VU

lueedderkopp

Sintula corniger

Unknown

Overview

A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.

Sintula corniger faces mounting pressure from agricultural expansion and intensive farming practices that fragment and degrade its specialized habitat requirements. Urban development and infrastructure projects have eliminated significant portions of its historical range, while climate-induced shifts in precipitation patterns threaten the delicate moisture balance essential for its survival.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits moist woodland edges and grassland margins with specific soil composition requirements, typically found in areas with consistent moisture levels and moderate canopy cover. It shows strong preference for transitional zones between forest and open habitats where microclimate conditions remain stable.

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EN

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Frequently asked questions

Why is lueedderkopp classified as Vulnerable?
lueedderkopp is classified as Vulnerable because the population is declining and the species faces a high risk of extinction in the medium-term future if current pressures continue. Sintula corniger faces mounting pressure from agricultural expansion and intensive farming practices that fragment and degrade its specialized habitat requirements. Urban development and infrastructure projects have eliminated significant portions of its historical range, while climate-induced shifts in precipitation patterns threaten the delicate moisture balance essential for its survival.
Where does lueedderkopp live?
lueedderkopp occurs in Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Denmark, Estonia, and Finland (plus 12 other countries). Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to lueedderkopp?
The main threats to lueedderkopp are ai-1, ai-2, ai-3, and ai-4. The full IUCN-classified threat record for this species is detailed on the species page.

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